Chicago’s oldest free lakefront music festivals happens to fall on Labor Day weekend. The 38th year of this festival kicks off with an afternoon full of live performances, all at the Chicago Cultural Center.

You’ll need a full weekend to make the most out of (and recover from) this music festival. Experience an eclectic mix of bands from various genres in Union Park. Headliners include Odesza, Bassnectar and Zedd.

Watch as Washington Park is transformed into a lively bazaar, complete with handcrafted artwork, vibrant musical performances, authentic cuisine and so much more. Activities are family fun and kid friendly!

Do you love old-school magic shows? Check out Chicago Magic Lounge with close-up magic, bar magic, table-hopping magicians, and main stage acts. It all takes place at the at beautiful Uptown Underground venue.

What could be a better way to spend Labor Day in Chicago than by binging on chicken wings? The Summer WingFest offers unlimited restaurant wings, live music, outdoor games, a vendor market, craft beer, and more!

Whether you want to take in some culture at the museum or binge eat delicious fatty foods, you won’t be bored this Labor Day. Make the most of your extra day off with these Labor Day activities in Chicago. Where will you be on your day off?

Dance Your Pants Off In Chicago This Labor Day! was last modified: August 25th, 2016 by Maddy Osman